'Fantasy of Lights' staying open hour later<

EVANSVILLE - "Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights" will stay open an hour later than usual on Christmas Eve. Instead of typical Thursday hours of 5 to 9 p.m., the display will be open until 10 p.m., making it more convenient for area residents to include a visit as part of their holiday activities.

The drive-through light show in Garvin Park also will be open from 5 to 10 p.m. on Christmas Day.

Brinker's Jewelers is sponsoring a $2,500 shopping spree giveaway in connection with this year's display. Each vehicle attending the event will receive an entry form for a chance to win.

"Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights" is open nightly through Jan. 3 during the following hours:

&bull 5 to 10 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and Jan. 1 and 2.

&bull 5 to 9 p.m. all other nights

To reach "Ritzy's Fantasy of Lights" in Garvin Park, take the Main Street exit from the Lloyd Expressway, then follow Main north to the park entrance.

For vehicles with up to six people, admission for the drive-through event is $7 per car.

Admission for vehicles with seven to 14 people is $10. Admission for vehicles with 15 people or more is $25.

(Additional donations also are accepted at the ticket booth.)

Horse-drawn carriage rides are available nightly, weather permitting, for $30, which includes admission for up to six people. A wheelchair-accessible carriage is available. Reservations are not required for carriage rides.